Access to Higher Education

Access to Higher Education

The Access to Higher Education (HE) Diploma is a qualification which prepares students for study at degree level. If you would like to go to university but left school without the qualifications you need, or you wish to change career direction then an Access to HE course could be for you.
Access to HE courses can be completed in one year studied during the day or in the evening.

The Access to HE Diploma is widely recognised by UK universities, and many actively encourage applications from Access to HE students.
Each year, around 20,000 Access to HE students apply for a degree course at a UK university. They go on to study a wide range of subjects, including law, education, and business. Your application to HE institutions will be made through the College system with help provided by tutors.

Access Diploma at Brooklands College
• L3 Access Diploma in Health Studies and Social Care Professions (Tuesday and Wednesday)

Healthcare
This is for those students who wish to progress to Adult Nursing, Midwifery, Mental Health Nursing, Children’s Nursing, Paramedicine, Physiotheraphy etc.

Application process
This may include some or all of the following steps, depending on the nature of the course:
• A visit to the college to discuss the course and whether Access to HE is suitable for you
• An application form
• An interview
• A test to help determine your current skills
• A college induction or welcome day

Course requirements :
English GCSE and Maths GCSE at C or above is essential. Also, any work experience will be an advantage.

Fee: TBA

• If you are aged 19-23, your Access to HE course may be free. Please ask for details
• If you are aged 24 or over, you may need to cover the cost of the course, but you can get a government loan for this called the 24+ Advanced Learning Loan. What’s more, if you then complete a Higher Education course, you won’t have to repay the loan for the Access course.